Famitsu teases a new scoop for its next issue
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Famitsu is up to its fairly typical teasing antics. Included in a notice for the magazine’s next issue is the mention of a new scoop. Famitsu also intends to share news about an indie game, though it’s unclear if there’s any relation to the tease. Even more Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate coverage is planned as well.
Famitsu scoops can be either hit or miss, so take the latest scoop tease as you will. There have been issues that have resulted in some great announcements and reveals about pre-existing games, while others have turned out to be duds. We’ll see how this one turns out in a few days!
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Super Smash Bros. for 3DS National Open Tournament live stream
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The Super Smash Bros. for 3DS National Open Tournament will kick off at 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT. It’ll last for about three hours. Enjoy!
Nintendo Minute – September favorites
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Monster Hunter games don’t have a “Desire Sensor” as some have speculated
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Have you ever heard of something called the “Desire Sensor”? Those who have played the Monster Hunter titles have speculated about the sensor, which is programming within the games that can detect which loot players are searching for. The loot in question is then automatically made more difficult to find in order to keep gamers playing.
But no: there is no Desire Sensor in Monster Hunter. Series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto confirmed to Siliconera that this “feature” does not exist.
Tsujimoto said:
“You should probably wear gloves when you play. Try not to sweat, because it’s sensing your nervousness from the sweat on your hands. To be honest, that’s something that’s a popular urban legend. We actually hear that a lot, but it’s just a form of confirmation bias. When you’re looking for something specific, it feels like you never come across it. I myself experience that while playing—we’re all on an even playing field.”
“That (Desire Sensor) is absolutely not a thing. What people are seeing is just confirmation bias.”
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Second wave of Amiibo pre-orders open
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Update: Bumped to the top. All Amiibos are now available on Amazon.
In December, Nintendo will release a second round of Amiibo figures. Consumers will be able to purchase Amiibos for Zelda, Diddy Kong, Luigi, Little Mac, Pit and Captain Falcon.
Retailers have now opened pre-orders for the new figures. You can find links to each below.
Amazon
Zelda
Diddy Kong
Luigi
Little Mac
Pit
Captain Falcon
Best Buy
Zelda
Diddy Kong
Luigi
Little Mac
Pit
Captain Falcon
GameStop
Photos of the Japanese Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Club Nintendo soundtrack
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Zelda Box Set currently $100 off on Amazon
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Update: Aaaaaaand all gone. That was rather quick! Lasted only about an hour or so.
Prima’s The Legend of Zelda Box Set has been discounted by $100 on Amazon. Be quick though, as the deal will only last for the next four hours (or until supplies last).
You can place an order for the Zelda Box Set here.
The MSRP is $179.99, but Amazon has it for only $79.99.
Nintendo announces sponsorship of indie video game exhibit at EMP Museum in Seattle
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Today, Nintendo announced plans to sponsor a new exhibit at Seattle’s EMP Museum. EMP’s Indie Game Revolution Sponsored by Nintendo exhibit begins on November 8, “and aims to explore how the independent game developer community is pushing past conventional boundaries and expanding the definition and cultural impact of this fast-growing medium.”
Those who attend Indie Game Revolution will find playable versions of titles made by independent developers throughout the past year. Shovel Knight and The Swapper – both playable on Wii U – will be featured for the exhibit’s opening next month. Other titles from Nintendo will be included in the museum’s video game programming going forward.
David Wharton, Nintendo of America’s director of Network Business Marketing, commented on today’s news:
“Nintendo’s commitment to supporting games from independent developers has never been stronger. EMP Museum is not only a wonderful venue to showcase this content, but also to dig deeper into the ways creative designers with great ideas continue to deliver their games to the public.”
Patty Isacson Sabee, CEO + Director, EMP Museum, also stated:
“EMP is extremely pleased and excited by Nintendo’s sponsorship of our upcoming exhibition. Indie Game Revolution represents some of the most innovative and creative work in video games and we’re thrilled to see Nintendo’s continued support of the independent game development community.”
Source: Nintendo PR
Nintendo UK focusing on Nintendo Directs, social media, and more in light of ONM’s closure
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Earlier today, the Official Nintendo Magazine announced its upcoming closure. Issue 144 will be its last.
What does this mean for Nintendo as a whole? Eurogamer caught up with a company spokesperson and was told how Nintendo will “speak to its fans” going forward:
“Nintendo is constantly evaluating and evolving the ways in which it speaks to its fans. With this in mind, Nintendo UK has decided to focus on alternative channels including Nintendo Direct, social media and online channels and public events.”
Zero Escape trademarks filed in the US and Europe
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Spike Chunsoft has registered trademarks for “Zero Escape” in both the US and Europe. The European application was filed in July, whereas the US trademark was filed on October 2.
What do these trademarks mean? At the moment, no one knows unfortunately! It’s certainly a possibility that nothing will come from either filing.
